What Type Of Person Thrives In The Software Industry, According To A Full-Stack Software Engineer At Software Company
Channing believes that people who "like to work alone, or at least can work alone" tend to do well in software engineering, particularly early in careers, however, as careers progress, the role shifts from coding to more meetings and planning. Channing prefers coding, indicating that individual preferences can guide career paths within the industry.
Independent Work, Coding, Communication, Planning, Industry Realities
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Channing Robbins
Full-Stack Software Engineer
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University of Mississippi
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Video Highlights
1. Successful individuals in this field are often capable of working independently.
2. As one advances in software engineering, the role shifts from primarily coding to more meetings and planning.
3. Career paths exist for those who prefer coding-focused roles as well as those who enjoy planning and meetings.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
People who like to work alone, or at least can work alone, tend to do pretty well. However, it depends on the context.
As you progress further into software engineering and technology roles, there's less coding and more involvement in meetings and planning. If you enjoy that aspect, there are suitable positions. For me personally, I prefer coding.
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